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July 16, 2013

Bradley Manning Defense Argues for Dismissal of Charges 
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Defense lawyers for U.S. Army whistleblower Bradley Manning argued
Monday that seven of the charges against him should be thrown out,
including the charge of aiding the enemy, which could carry a life
sentence. Colonel Denise Lind, who is presiding over his court martial
at Fort Meade, said she would rule on the motions Thursday. Defense
lawyers say the prosecution has failed to show Manning had "actual
knowledge" the documents he gave to Wiki Leaks would end up being seen
by US enemies, including al-Qaeda. They say prosecution arguments imply
anyone who gives information to a news outlet that publishes it could be
deemed to have given it to the enemy.

 

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